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How do you provide emotional support to an adult patient with acute lymphoblastic leukemia?
Vanessa Marais
September 17, 2024
For World ALL Day 2024, Vanessa Marais, a clinical psychologist from South Africa, shared insights on how to provide emotional support to adult patients with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Adult patients with acute lymphoblastic leukemia frequently experience fatigue due to their cancer treatment, which can make it difficult to do everyday activities and the things they used to enjoy. Feelings of anxiety and depression are normal; however, a proactive approach, which can include therapy from a qualified provider, can improve the ability to cope during and after treatment.
